Still da Baddest received generally positive reviews from critics, most of whom favored Trina's signature raunchy rap styling over her softer side. Awarding the album three-and-a-half stars, David Jeffries of
AllMusic praised the album for capturing the raw edge found on the rapper's
debut album with a modern twist, but had mixed emotions on the album's ability to duplicate the success found in "
Here We Go" (2005). Jeffries continued his review by noting "I Got a Thang for You" and "Wish I Never Met You" as the album's main flaws, referencing them as "manufactured 'Here We Go' clones" dragging down what would otherwise be an entirely successful full-length. Jeffries ended his review by stating "It's the abundance of these brassy, 'love me or hate me' moments that make
Still Da Baddest a step in the right direction and one of her better efforts, even with the woefully uninspired ballads." Praising Trina's appealing curves, frank attitude, and seductive songs, Jason Seifer of
Walmart praised Trina's raunchy style, stating: "Any concerns Trina had about being reduced in rank or status are quickly squashed within the span of a dozen tracks, leaving Katrina Taylor the freedom to get a little more personal with her audience." Seifer went on to compliment Trina's softer side on the Keyshia Cole-assisted "I Got a Thang for You," later showing great appreciation for the album's tracks that featured additional rappers and vocalists. Praising Trina as one of the few prominent female rappers of the era, Alex Thornton of
HipHopDX noted that although
Still da Baddest isn't a huge leap for Trina in terms of subject matter, more effort had obviously been put into this album than any of her past releases. Thornton went on to state that portions of the album are ultimately forgettable since much of the work borrows from recent pop and hip-hop successes by other artists, but noted that since it was never intended to be an artsy offering, the formulaic approach wasn't a major problem. Aisha Johnson of
AllHipHop noted that the album lacks true substance and fails to go beyond her sexually aggressive commentary. While praising Trina's fiery southern flow alongside guest appearances from Missy, Keyshia Cole, and Rick Ross, Johnson felt the LP didn't compare to the rapper's debut,
Da Baddest Bitch. Calling her the "Queen Victoria of Rap," Evelyn McDonnell of
Vibe praised the album for proving Trina is not a "one trick pony," highlighting standout tracks like "Clear It Out," "Single Again", "Look Back At Me," and "Wish I Never Met You." == Commercial performance ==